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Cheese Croquettes with a Berry Balsamic Reduction

Essentially fried cheese with a sweet, berry sauce. YUM.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4

ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2/3 cup of milk + 1/4 cup
  • 1 1/2 cups of swiss cheese grated
  • 1 egg beaten + 2 egg yolks
  • 1/3 flour
  • 1 cup fine breadcrumb
  • Oil for frying
  • Salt and pepper
Berry Balsamic Dipping Sauce
  • 2 cups balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup berries I used blackberries
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

instructions

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in the flour until combined. Stir in milk, egg yolks, cheese and salt. Continue to cook until the cheese has melted.
  • Pour the cheese mixture into a glass dish and chill overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Shape the croquette balls with your hands. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl beat together 1 egg and 1/4 cup milk. In another small bowl add the flour and in a third bowl add the breadcrumbs.
  • In a heavy bottomed pan, heat approximately 3 to 4" of oil over medium-high heat.
  • Roll the croquettes in the flour, then the egg and finally the crumbs to coat.
  • Deep fry in oil until golden, about 2 to 3 minutes, and drain on paper towels.
  • In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients for the sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened. Serve with the croquettes as a dipping sauce.
Category: Appetizer